Author Archives: Richard Heyduck

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About Richard Heyduck

Pastor of Hardy Memorial Methodist Church, a Global Methodist Congregation. PhD Fuller Seminary MDiv Asbury Seminary BA Southwestern University

Sky High

I took the kids to see Sky High, the new Disney movie this afternoon. It was light, fun, family entertainment. Though the plot was fairly predictable, the characters seemed to enjoy themselves. As usual, the villians took themselves too seriously, … Continue reading →

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Spreading the Democracy of God?

A conversation today got me thinking again (I’ve been told that is dangerous business). We were discussing fleshing out Matthew 6:33: 33 “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as … Continue reading →

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Avian Flu – Are We Prepared?

Winds of Change has an informative post on Avian Flu – a major threat to the whole world, and one sitting right on our door step. Are we prepared? Do we have sufficient medications available? Do we have the infrstructure … Continue reading →

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Feed Store Update

I posted below about the fire at our youth building, the Feed Store. Here’s an update in Q & A format. Question: I’ve heard some people asking about the wiring of the Feed Store. How was it done? Answer. Tim, … Continue reading →

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GWOT –> GJOT?

Has the “Global War On Terror” become the “Global Jihad On Terror”? Today’s Washington Post reports: The Bush administration is retooling its slogan for the fight against Al Qaeda and other terrorist groups, pushing the idea that the long-term struggle … Continue reading →

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Funeral Crasher?

The rage on conservative talk radio yesterday was over a funeral crasher. Apparently Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor Catherine Baker Knoll attended the funeral of a Marine who had been killed in Iraq. Here is the story from the Pittsburg Port-Gazette. The … Continue reading →

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Systems approach

It is the time of year when professional football players hold out for more money. Players and their agents sit across tables from owners. Offers meet counteroffers until a compromise is reached somewhere in between. It is a microcosm of … Continue reading →

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Does God Exist?

“Does God exist?” This question was the theme of the day Tuesday at Senior High 2 camp at Glen Lake last week. I was the preacher at worship that evening, and was to preach on the theme. I confess I … Continue reading →

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Feed Store Burns

Led by our youth pastor, Tim Ruland, the church spend over a year renovating an old feed store building to be used as our youth building. Not being one of those churches with millions to play with, Tim used his … Continue reading →

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Today’s Sermon – How Much is Enough?

I’ve uploaded an MP3 of today’s message, “How Much is Enough?” It’s based on Luke 14:25-35 and asks how much prayer, bible engagement, giving, forgiving, love and commitment are enough. My suggestion is that before we answer these questions for … Continue reading →

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